Amethyst Women's Addiction Centre
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OCR0861 | Last Full Update: 05 Mar 2020 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | Amethyst Womens Addiction Centre ; CV19 ; OCR |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Ottawa |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Charlotte St and Laurier Ave E |
| Bus Route Notes | OC Transpo OC Travel Planner or Route Timetable |
| Physical Access | Partially Accessible - Main floor |
| Parking | Free occasional parking on the street |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | COVID-19 (21 Apr 2020): On-site services currently suspended. Counselling services still offered remotely. Still accepting new clients. Multi-service outpatient addiction (substance use and problem gambling) treatment centre * all services and programs are confidential Day Treatment Centre: various programs for clients concerned about their substance use or gambling habits * tailored to individual needs * can include : group counselling, workshops, relapse prevention, family dynamics, healing through art and creativity Sexual Abuse Support Program: group and individual counselling support and educational programs as clients heal from the trauma of childhood abuse Health Promotion Program: partnerships with community centres, service agencies and educational institutions * workshops that encourage women to create healthy lifestyle changes by helping them take control of their lives * workshops cover topics such as: self-esteem, anger solutions, anxiety, stress and wellness |
| Hours | COVID19: Irregular, call for details. |
| Areas Served | Ottawa |
| Eligibility | Ages: 18 year(s) and up Women 18 years and older |
| Application | Call to apply |
| Languages | English ; French ; Substance Use Treatment Program, Problem Gambling Program and Health Promotion Program are offered in both English and French, other programs offer services only in English. |
| Fees | None |
| Service Categories | Comprehensive Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Treatment ~ Women ; Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention ; Families/Friends of Individuals With a Drug Use Disorder Support Groups ; Families/Friends of Individuals With an Alcohol Use Disorder Support Groups ~ Families/Friends of Individuals With an Alcohol Use Disorder ; Gambling Addiction Counselling ~ Women ; Gambling Addiction Support Groups ~ Women ; Perinatal Substance Use Disorder Treatment ; Sexual Assault Counselling ~ Women ; Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education ~ Substance Use Disorder Issues ; Substance Use Disorder Counselling ; Substance Use Disorder Referrals ; Wellness Programs ~ Women ; Women's Support Groups ~ Addictions/Dependencies Issues |
| Waiting List | Yes, varies according to program |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-563-0363 |
| TTY Phone | 613-563-2995 |
| Fax | 613-565-2175 |
| info@amethyst-ottawa.org | |
| Website | www.amethyst-ottawa.org |
| Social Media |  |
| Primary Contact | Claire Lacelle, Intake Worker; Email: clairel@amethyst-ottawa.org |
| Primary Executive | Carol Wu, Coordinator; Phone: 613-563-0363 ext 227; Email: carolw@amethyst-ottawa.org |
| Other Details | |
| Established | 1979 |
| Funding | City / Town ; Provincial - Champlain Local Health Integration Network ; Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 106707953 RR0001 ; United Way |
| Elections | The Board of Directors is elected. |
| Resources | Website |
| Accreditation | No |